A Defective Product Killed Your Loved One. Hold Manufacturers Accountable.

When a defective product causes death, the victim's family can sue the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer under product liability law. Unlike most negligence claims, product liability is often 'strict liability'—meaning you don't have to prove the manufacturer was careless, just that the product was defective and caused the death.

There are three types of defects: (1) Design defects—the product's design is inherently dangerous; (2) Manufacturing defects—an error in production makes a specific unit dangerous; (3) Warning defects—the product lacks adequate warnings or instructions. Fatal products often have multiple defects.

We investigate by examining the product (if preserved), reviewing any recalls or prior complaints to the CPSC or FDA, consulting engineering and medical experts, and analyzing how the product failed. Preserving the actual product is critical—do not discard, repair, or return it.

Yes—and a recall is powerful evidence that the manufacturer knew the product was dangerous. We investigate what the company knew and when. If they delayed a recall or failed to adequately warn consumers, this strengthens your case and may support punitive damages.

Potentially liable parties include: the product manufacturer, component part manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers, and retailers who sold the product. In drug cases, the pharmaceutical company and prescribing physician may both be liable. We identify all parties in the chain of distribution.

Oklahoma's general wrongful death statute of limitations is two years. However, the discovery rule may apply if the defect wasn't immediately apparent. Some products are also subject to a 'statute of repose' that bars claims after a certain number of years from sale. Contact us immediately to protect your rights.